Trinity Health · 19 hours ago
Lab Operations Coordinator
Mercy Health West Michigan Hospital Campus - Grand Rapids, Mi
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTrinity Health is a healthcare organization committed to providing high-quality care. They are seeking a Lab Operations Coordinator to establish and monitor laboratory compliance with standards, develop quality-related metrics, and coordinate equipment management within the lab.
DeliveryHealth Care
Responsibilities
Establishes policies and procedures to ensure laboratory compliance with all relevant standards of quality, education and safety set by agencies such as CAP, CLIA, CMS, OSHA, Joint Commission, etc
Monitors the execution of policies and procedures to confirm adherence
Develops and monitors all quality related metrics and consistently reports updates to organization
Collaborates with lab leadership to develop capital replacement plans and strategic investments designed to improve efficiencies and quality services
Coordinates and validates equipment calibration, maintenance, installations, and decommissioning
Writes and maintains all policies and procedures related to quality, education and safety in the laboratory
Helps determine appropriate QA measures; monitors data from pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processes throughout the lab, as required by accrediting agencies
Works with colleagues to gather data for QA and ensure timely reporting
Runs monthly QA Meetings and ensures all reporting is accurately provided across the organization
Prepares for onboarding new hires by: Developing training schedule/plan specific to new colleague necessary proficiencies and assembles training packets
Ensures that initial training sheets are signed off for all areas where a colleague will work
Confirms that training sheets are signed by Technical Specialist for each area upon completion of training
Works with Technical Specialists to track and document all staff competencies
Maintains colleague files for competencies, training sheets, degrees, certifications, or other related items required by accrediting agencies
Oversees student interns; acts as a liaison between the hospital and universities
Oversees all required safety monitors, such as eye wash checks, formaldehyde and xylene monitors, and others to confirm their completion as required
Creates and delivers annual quality and safety training for lab colleagues to ensure that everyone is familiar and compliant with standards
Monitors and ensures PPE availability for use within the department based on the types of procedures being performed
Schedules hood inspections and ensures timely completion
Ensures that chemicals are stored appropriately and safely
Collaborates with lab leadership to develop capital replacement plans and strategic investments designed to improve efficiencies and quality services
Facilitates the purchasing process with necessary departments (e.g. Supply Chain, Finance, System Office, etc.)
Coordinates and validates equipment calibration, maintenance, installations, and decommissioning
Identifies opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to enhance quality, safety, and experience
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and one year of clinical internship
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT) certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or equivalent
Two years of hospital lab experience
Ability to perform complex analytical functions such as calculating, weighing, and correlating of information
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize work of others (including students) as a team leader
Excellent customer service skills, demonstrating positive interpersonal skills to patients, clients, and all staff
Familiarity with standard desktop and Windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation
Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions
Considerable walking, standing, bending and ability to lift objects weighing 40 lbs or more
Continuous standing
Clinical laboratory testing requires concentration and attention to detail
Must pass a color-blind test
Ability to maneuver within the laboratory, walking, sitting or standing for long periods
Position requires some lifting, pushing and pulling up to 45 pounds unassisted
Ability to use hands or prosthetic devices for repetitive motions involving opening containers, pipetting, keyboard entry, processing specimens and operating of equipment
Ability to manipulate small objects
Ability to distinguish red, yellow and blue colors, determined by color blind testing
Must be able to perform microscopic work
Must be able to determine color and turbidity of specimens
Ability to communicate clearly and understandably
This includes verbal and written communication
Ability to work with various computer systems
Demonstrates the emotional health required for full use of intellectual abilities
Must be able to recognize emergency situations and use logic and reasoning to take the appropriate actions in all situations
Demonstrates good hearing, or has the ability to adapt with assistive devices
Risk of exposure to electrical shock, vapors, fumes, gases, infectious disease and biohazardous materials
Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment such as gloves, shoes, goggles, glasses or coats
Demonstrates exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities
Embraces new ideas and cultural differences while managing competing priorities
Must have flexibility to address the needs of all shifts
Willingly accepts personal responsibility for decisions, actions, attitudes and behaviors that contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization
Communicates effectively, follows through on assignments, uses resources efficiently, participates in learning opportunities and treats others with respect and dignity
Serves as a role model and performs job responsibilities to the highest standards in every situation
Delivers 'Something More' that ensures a more complete and personally satisfying experience for every customer
Understands and demonstrates behaviors consistent with the mission and values of the organization while contributing to the overall success of the strategic plan
Preferred
Three years of hospital lab experience
Company
Trinity Health
Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2025-10-17Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Dan Drake
Trinity Health PACE President and CEO
Eileen Coogan
Pres/CEO Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Recent News
2026-01-16
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